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It had been days, and Frank still hadn't shown up to school. Katherine had even gone to his house, but whoever answered the door wouldn't let her in.

As a teacher, she was genuinely worried. On Saturday, she drove to Marcus's place to ask for help.

Marcus answered the door. "Ms. Katherine? What's up?"

"It's about Frank," she said. "I'm worried about him. He hasn't been to school since... well, since the screening. I tried visiting, but they wouldn't let me see him."

Marcus nodded. "Actually, I was planning to talk to him today. I think I've got something that'll help."

Katherine looked surprised. "Really?"

"Yeah. I just need to have a conversation with him. Trust me, I've got a plan."

Katherine studied him for a moment. This kid kept surprising her. "Can I come with you?"

"Sure. Let's go."

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They took the bus to Toluca Lake. When they got off and walked to Frank's house, Katherine rang the doorbell.

A man in casual clothes answered—middle-aged, holding a broom. Probably house staff. He recognized Katherine immediately. "You again? I already told you—Frank doesn't want to see anyone."

"It's not her who wants to see him," Marcus said. "It's me."

The man looked Marcus up and down. "And you are?"

"I'm Frank's classmate. His friend, actually."

The man's expression shifted. He set the broom down. "Hold on." He disappeared inside.

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